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diligence
Definition:
(nou) conscientiousness in paying proper attention to a task; giving the degree of care required in a given situation (nou) persevering determination to perform a task (nou) a diligent effort
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈdɪlɪdʒəns
Examples:
The inhabitants work in silent diligence.
Generally 'industry' is diligence, assiduity, hard work.
Generally industry is diligence, assiduity, hard work.
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Common mistakes of diligence pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some may pronounce "diligence" with an incorrect vowel sound in the first syllable, saying /ˈdɪlɪdʒəns/ instead of /ˈdɪlɪdʒəns/ (US) or /ˈdɪlɪdʒənts/ (UK). Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound in the first syllable.
- Misplaced stress: A common mistake is placing stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as /dɪˈlɪdʒəns/. This is incorrect. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable: /ˈdɪlɪdʒəns/.
- Omitting the "ce": Some speakers may drop the final "ce," saying "diligent" instead of "diligence." This changes the word entirely. Tip: Always pronounce the ending "ence" clearly as /əns/ to maintain the word's meaning.
- Confusing "g" sound: Some may pronounce "diligence" with a hard "g," saying /ˈdɪlɪgəns/. This is incorrect. Tip: Use the soft "g" sound as in "gem," pronounced /dʒ/, to ensure correct pronunciation.
- Blending syllables: A common error is blending syllables, making it sound like "dilijence" /ˈdɪlɪdʒəns/. This can make the word unclear. Tip: Pronounce each syllable distinctly: "dil-i-gence" to enhance clarity.